Replacing the fan in ReadyNAS Duo - possible?

[kwantai]

Hello. Has anyone replaced/changed the (stock) fan in the Netgear ReadyNAS duo?

I would like to do this, since I think the fan makes far too much noise.

Any comments and thoughts about this is welcome. Is it a good idea? Is it hard to do? What kind of fan do I need? etc

Thanks

[Staffan]

Have not done a fan replacement but should be possible if you find one that has enough airflow and are the right size.

It would be a great help if one had the airflow specification of the original fan.

.staffan

[jraneses]

This is the fan currently in the Duo:

http://www.crownelectronics.com.tw/Serpro/AGE06025.pdf

I'm also considering swapping it out with a compatible, lower CFM model.

[jraneses]

In looking at possible replacement fans for the Duo on Newegg, these models might be viable candidates. In my opinion, it's not so much the noise level of the Duo that's the problem, it's the tone of the stock Crown fan.

VANTEC TF6025
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6811999615

Dynatron DF126025PL-3/4G
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6835114064

Those are the top 2 rated 60mm fans from the product category
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductLi ... rchInDesc=

Can any of the Jedi's comment on the compatibility of the replacement fans listed above?

Thanks,

Jason

[Dooku]

Keep in mind that replacing the fan will void your warranty.

[kwantai]

Thanks for all comments!

I've replaced the fan now, which was very easy by the way

I'm now using a 60mm fan from Fractal Design - http://www.fractal-design.com/?view=pro ... =4&prod=15



I believe the noise level is much lower now. Haven't had the fan in place for that long, but I do think it made a significant change.

[Staffan]

I suggest that you at least get the same airflow value on the fan. Then you should be safe when it comes to the components.

.staffan

[kwantai]

I suggest that you at least get the same airflow value on the fan. Then you should be safe when it comes to the components.

.staffan

True. The new fan has a CFM of 27 m³/h, which seems to be higher than the original fan... I hope I'm safe

[Mechanix]

I suggest that you at least get the same airflow value on the fan. Then you should be safe when it comes to the components.

.staffan

True. The new fan has a CFM of 27 m³/h, which seems to be higher than the original fan... I hope I'm safe

Hi,

i have a couple of questions:
Which model is currently in the duo?
What´s the impact on the temperatures. Did you noticed any improvement?
I have 2 500GB HDD´s in my duo and the temperatures with the original fan are for both HDD´s 44-46 °C

I planing in fact to use this fan:

http://www.papst.de/index/sid/30B11206- ... rent_id%3D

[kwantai]

I suggest that you at least get the same airflow value on the fan. Then you should be safe when it comes to the components.

.staffan

True. The new fan has a CFM of 27 m³/h, which seems to be higher than the original fan... I hope I'm safe

Hi,

i have a couple of questions:
Which model is currently in the duo?
What´s the impact on the temperatures. Did you noticed any improvement?
I have 2 500GB HDD´s in my duo and the temperatures with the original fan are for both HDD´s 44-46 °C

I planing in fact to use this fan:

http://www.papst.de/index/sid/30B11206- ... rent_id%3D

This is the fan currently in the Duo:

http://www.crownelectronics.com.tw/Serpro/AGE06025.pdf

I'm also considering swapping it out with a compatible, lower CFM model.

I don't know what the temperature was before, but right now I have 2 500GB HDD with one on 43 C temp and the other at 36 C. The NAS has been powered in all day and music has been playing from one of the HDD now for at least 5 hours.

Fan 1 1923 RPM

I believe the Papst fan will work good.

[kevinl1886]

How do I open the case to replace the fan?

[kwantai]

How do I open the case to replace the fan?

It's just simple small screws. No problem

[kevinl1886]

I removed 4 small screws on the back. The case seems to stuck in place and will not come off. Did I missed something here? Do I need to remove the front door to get the case off? Need some help on the steps. Thanks

[Mechanix]

The new fan has a CFM of 27 m³/h, which seems to be higher than the original fan.

Well i don´t think its higher. I opened the case and in my Duo there is this model:

AGE06025B12H 12V DC Ball Bearing

Comparing to your list, the only fan which fits the description is AGE06025_12H. This fan has a air flow volume of:

43,56m³/h

[Mechanix]

I removed 4 small screws on the back. The case seems to stuck in place and will not come off. Did I missed something here? Do I need to remove the front door to get the case off? Need some help on the steps. Thanks

You have to pull the side panels. They slide out easly